LaShea Jackson used to be familiar with computers, but that was a decade ago, before she started working as a caretaker. Now she’s a case manager, and while she’s able to navigate her smartphone in a flash, she can’t keep up when working on a desktop. It’s slowing her down at work.

It’s something most modern-day professionals have thought at one time or another — if the power goes out or the network crashes at the office, how can I get any work done? We’ve grown so accustomed to our technology — and our offices have largely eschewed paper — that we’re often lost without it. Read full article

In 2016, the Technology Education Foundation (TEF) awarded grants to deserving recipients throughout Southern Wisconsin. Each recipient demonstrated their ability to provide science and/or technology for the greater good of our community. Click here for the full list.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

“TEF supports technology, science and education-related activities, and by doing so helps Dane County and the region.”

"It is hard to find funding for technology – TEF fills that gap.”

— TEF Grant Recipients —

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

“TEF was founded with an important objective – to help close the technology gap among people of all ages and all abilities. Technology changes very quickly, and it’s important that everyone is exposed to its many aspects and is able to use it as a valuable tool in all aspects of life.”

Jim Berbee, Founder
Technology Education Foundation

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

TEF funds forward-thinking community groups, as well as education, technology,
and science-focused organizations throughout Dane County.

TEF is working to close the “technology gap” in our community.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

The Technology Education Foundation partners with organizations who support the idea that technology is a crucial asset and tool.

We believe that every member of our community must have access to the power of technology.